Digital Equity Program Lead – ConnectUS

Columbus Partnership; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Parental leave and holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Downtown office with free parking

Job summary

The Columbus Partnership, a nonprofit coalition of Columbus’ leading CEOs, seeks a Program Manager for ConnectUS to expand affordable internet access and digital skills. The role reports to the Director, Smart Columbus and focuses on portfolio leadership, partnerships and program delivery.

Grant funding through 2027 is in place; continuation depends on securing additional funding streams. Wide collaboration with community partners and regional organizations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive program management experience in digital equity, workforce development, or community initiatives.
• Experience leading teams and managing complex portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the ConnectUS program portfolio and drive scaling and continuous improvement.
• Lead a high‑performing team handling program operations, participant engagement and delivery.
• Oversee PMO functions, reporting, risk management and cross‑project coordination.
• Develop program strategy, goals, metrics and scaling plans.
• Identify new funding prospects and sustain digital equity initiatives.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Budget management

PMO operations

Data-driven decision making

Team coaching

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, nonprofit management, education, social sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Asana

Monday.com

Smartsheet

Data analysis platforms

Job description

The Columbus Partnership, a nonprofit coalition of Columbus’ leading CEOs, seeks a Program Manager for ConnectUS to expand affordable internet access and digital skills. The role reports to the Director, Smart Columbus and focuses on portfolio leadership, partnerships and program delivery.

Grant funding through 2027 is in place; continuation depends on securing additional funding streams. Wide collaboration with community partners and regional organizations is expected.